Fresh allegations have emerged against Prince Andrew, as a second woman claims she was trafficked to the United Kingdom by Jeffrey Epstein for a sexual encounter with the former royal. According to her legal representation, the incident took place at Andrew's residence, Royal Lodge, in 2010, marking the first time an Epstein survivor has placed such an encounter at an official royal property.
The woman's attorney, Brad Edwards from the Florida-based firm Edwards Henderson, shared details of the allegations with the BBC. He explained that his client, a non-British woman in her twenties at the time, not only spent the night at the former prince's home but also received a private tour of Buckingham Palace and afternoon tea the following day. "We're talking about at least one woman who was sent by Jeffrey Epstein over to Prince Andrew. And she even had, after a night with Prince Andrew, a tour of Buckingham Palace," Edwards stated.
These new accusations add another layer to the ongoing controversy surrounding Prince Andrew's connections to the convicted sex offender. The lawyer emphasized that this represents the first instance where an Epstein survivor has specifically alleged that a sexual encounter occurred within the confines of a royal residence, raising new questions about the extent of Andrew's relationship with Epstein's trafficking network.
The legal team has attempted to reach out to Prince Andrew for comment, but the former royal has not responded to these specific accusations. Buckingham Palace maintains records of tour guests, though verifying the woman's visit without compromising her identity has proven challenging for investigative journalists.
Brad Edwards brings significant weight to these allegations through his extensive experience representing Epstein survivors. His firm currently represents over 200 individuals worldwide who have come forward with claims against the late financier's operation. Edwards previously served as legal counsel for Virginia Giuffre, whose allegations against Prince Andrew first brought his Epstein connections to public light.
Giuffre's case, which has been widely documented, alleged that she was trafficked to London in 2001 at the age of 17 to have sex with Prince Andrew. She further claimed that she was forced into additional encounters with him on two separate occasions between 2001 and 2002—once at Epstein's New York residence and once on his private Caribbean island. These allegations led to a civil settlement in 2022, though Andrew has consistently denied any wrongdoing.
The timeline of these events proves significant. Jeffrey Epstein was convicted in 2008 for soliciting sex from a 14-year-old girl in Florida, serving a controversially lenient sentence that concluded in July 2010. The new allegations against Andrew, occurring at Royal Lodge in 2010, suggest continued contact between the former prince and Epstein even after the financier's conviction and release from prison.
Edwards revealed that his client maintained communications with Prince Andrew prior to their alleged encounter at Royal Lodge. These preliminary exchanges, the nature of which has not been fully disclosed, allegedly preceded the arranged meeting that the lawyer describes as part of Epstein's trafficking operation.
The attorney also disclosed his attempts to engage with Prince Andrew's legal counsel in the United States. However, Edwards noted that Andrew appears to have become increasingly disconnected from his legal representation. Crucially, all communication ceased after King Charles formally removed his brother's royal titles, styles, and honors in October of last year.
The title removal followed the publication of Virginia Giuffre's posthumous memoir and marked a significant turning point in the royal family's handling of the scandal. The Palace announced that Andrew would also vacate Royal Lodge on the Windsor estate, which had served as his residence since 2004. In their official statement, Buckingham Palace acknowledged that "These censures are deemed necessary, notwithstanding the fact that he continues to deny the allegations against him."
However, Edwards argues that this action has had unintended consequences for the survivors seeking justice. By stripping Andrew of his royal status, the family has effectively provided him with a justification for claiming insufficient funds to offer compensation to victims. This maneuver, according to the lawyer, allows these women to "just suffer" while Andrew maintains his innocence without facing financial accountability.
"The idea that the Royal Family so far cares about the victims, wanted to make things right—what they have done by simply stripping Prince Andrew of his titles and nothing more, has had the exact opposite effect of what they claim they are trying to do," Edwards asserted. He contends that the royal family's response appears designed to protect institutional reputation rather than address the harm suffered by survivors.
The legal implications of these new allegations remain complex. While Prince Andrew has avoided criminal charges, the civil claims continue to mount. The removal of his titles complicates the legal landscape, potentially limiting avenues for victims to seek restitution. Edwards suggests that the royal family's actions have created a shield behind which Andrew can avoid both public accountability and financial responsibility.
The broader context of these allegations reflects the extensive reach of Epstein's trafficking network, which exploited connections to powerful figures across multiple continents. For the survivors represented by Edwards and other attorneys, each new revelation represents both a painful reminder of their trauma and a step toward broader awareness of how such operations functioned with impunity.
As these latest accusations surface, questions persist about what the royal family knew regarding Andrew's associations and when they knew it. The institution's response—stripping titles but seemingly limiting financial accountability—has drawn criticism from victim advocates who argue that true justice requires more than symbolic gestures.
The case continues to evolve as more survivors come forward with their accounts. For the woman at the center of these latest allegations, the decision to speak through her lawyer represents a courageous step toward holding powerful individuals accountable, regardless of their status or connections. The legal process, though slow and often frustrating for survivors, remains one of the few mechanisms available for seeking acknowledgment and potential compensation.
Royal observers note that this scandal has fundamentally altered public perception of Prince Andrew and raised uncomfortable questions about the monarchy's handling of serious allegations against its members. The institution's preference for private resolution over public accountability has faced increasing scrutiny in an era where transparency and victim-centered justice dominate public discourse.
For now, Prince Andrew maintains his denial of all allegations, while his legal team remains silent on these newest claims. The royal family has positioned itself as having taken decisive action through title removal, yet survivors and their advocates continue to push for more substantive measures that address the harm inflicted by Epstein's network and those who allegedly participated in it.